CVE-2024-3400

Published Apr 12, 2024

Last updated a year ago

Exploit knownCVSS critical 10.0
Network
Zero-day
ICS
System
Tunneling protocol
VPN
OT

Overview

AI description

Automated description summarized from trusted sources.

CVE-2024-3400 is a command injection vulnerability affecting the GlobalProtect feature in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS software. It allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code with root privileges on the firewall. The vulnerability stems from arbitrary file creation within the GlobalProtect feature. The vulnerability affects specific versions of PAN-OS configured with GlobalProtect gateway or GlobalProtect portal. Exploitation involves injecting malicious code into the program, potentially leading to unauthorized command execution and complete control of the affected system. Cloud NGFW, Panorama appliances, and Prisma Access are not affected.

Description
A command injection as a result of arbitrary file creation vulnerability in the GlobalProtect feature of Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS software for specific PAN-OS versions and distinct feature configurations may enable an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code with root privileges on the firewall. Cloud NGFW, Panorama appliances, and Prisma Access are not impacted by this vulnerability.
Source
psirt@paloaltonetworks.com
NVD status
Analyzed
Products
pan-os

Insights

Analysis from the Intruder Security Team
Published Oct 15, 2024

The serious vulnerability affects a number of Palo Alto GlobalProtect devices which utilize device analytics. Active exploitation of this vulnerability has been witnessed by a number of organizations.

More information is available in our blog post here.

Risk scores

CVSS 3.1

Type
Primary
Base score
10
Impact score
6
Exploitability score
3.9
Vector string
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Severity
CRITICAL

Known exploits

Data from CISA

Vulnerability name
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS Command Injection Vulnerability
Exploit added on
Apr 12, 2024
Exploit action due
Apr 19, 2024
Required action
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions as they become available. Otherwise, users with vulnerable versions of affected devices should enable Threat Prevention IDs available from the vendor. See the vendor bulletin for more details and a patch release schedule.

Weaknesses

psirt@paloaltonetworks.com
CWE-20
nvd@nist.gov
CWE-77

Social media

Hype score
Not currently trending
  1. Actively exploited CVE : CVE-2024-3400

    @transilienceai

    22 Impressions

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  2. Exploitation of CVE-2024-3400 in Palo Alto Networks Firewalls https://t.co/4hd0bkI0sV

    @OffperimeterCTI

    7 Oct 2026

    6 Impressions

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  3. CVEs Explainer #2 CVE-2024-3400 (PAN-OS GlobalProtect Command Injection) A perfect 10.0 CVSS score. This critical command injection flaw in Palo Alto Networks' PAN-OS allowed unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary commands with root privileges on firewalls with the http

    @xbhaveshverma

    6 Oct 2026

    59 Impressions

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  4. CVE-2024-3400 is the fire drill of the week. Active exploitation of Palo Alto GlobalProtect demands immediate patching. We're seeing weaponized payloads in the wild. Patch now.

    @ro0TCr4k

    6 Oct 2026

    72 Impressions

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  5. 🔴 Palo Alto Networks PAN-#OS, Command Injection, #CVE-2024-3400 (Critical) -DC-Oct2026-2727 https://t.co/dmcrb8x5P3

    @dailycve

    5 Oct 2026

    44 Impressions

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  6. One call to /v1/cve/CVE-2024-3400 returns CVSS, affected CPEs, known exploits, and vendor references in a single JSON response. No joins on your side. https://t.co/PzhwKjndUp #CVEALERT #CVE #infosec #Linux #XSS #valtersit #snippet #SysAdmin #cybersecurity #devsecops #devops

    @HugoValters

    27 Sept 2026

    46 Impressions

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  7. The Palo Alto PAN-OS CVE-2024-3400 zero-day is a stark reminder. Critical infrastructure is often the target, and patch lags are the attacker's advantage. RootCrak's assessment teams are already mapping exposure for clients. Are you?

    @ro0TCr4k

    27 Sept 2026

    81 Impressions

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  8. GET /api/v1/cve/CVE-2024-3400 returns CVSS, affected vendors, and known exploit references in one call. No key juggling, no separate lookups. Metered per request. https://t.co/PzhwKjnLJX #ValtersIT #infosec #SysAdmin #cybersecurity #Linux #devsecops #devops #developer #sysadmin

    @HugoValters

    21 Sept 2026

    57 Impressions

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  9. GET /api/v1/cve/CVE-2024-3400 returns CVSS, affected vendors, CPEs, and known exploits in one call. No joins, no scraping. Metered keys at https://t.co/PzhwKjnLJX #cybersecurity #infosec #Microsoft #CVE #infosec #XSS #valtersit #snippet #infosec #SysAdmin #cybersecurity #Linux

    @HugoValters

    20 Sept 2026

    30 Impressions

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  10. El CVE-2024-3400 en PAN-OS otorga acceso root en gateways GlobalProtect. Un fallo en la telemetría anula la segregación de identidades en el perímetro. Vender Zero Trust mientras el borde colapsa ilustra el postureo del sector. https://t.co/7KMYyLo4KZ

    @cyberand_X

    19 Sept 2026

    2 Impressions

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  11. CVE-2024-3400: Ejecución Remota de Código Crítica en Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS https://t.co/Mayqmk9eKe

    @nksistemas

    10 Sept 2026

    157 Impressions

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  12. CVE-2024-3400を考察中。この脆弱性はサプライチェーンのリスクを助長し、組織にランサムウェア被害をもたらす恐れがある。詳しくはこちらで解説中→ https://t.co/h0C5fMZkRQ...

    @Joe_Biden_ja

    22 Jun 2026

    39 Impressions

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  13. Alerta Crítica: CVE-2024-3400 y la Urgencia de Parchear PAN-OS de Palo Alto Networks https://t.co/GZOYqLNjw8

    @nksistemas

    12 Jun 2026

    82 Impressions

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  14. Palo Alto Networks firewalls (CVE-2024-3400) had a critical zero-day exploited in the wild before a patch was available. Even security appliances have critical vulnerabilities. Defence-in-depth means no single device is the last line. #PaloAlto #CVE20243400

    @theGreyHatter

    4 Jun 2026

    38 Impressions

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  15. 🔒 #CyberSecurity CVE-2024-3400: Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS Zero-Day Exploitation — Detection & Mi… "Critical PAN-OS vulnerability (CVE-2024-3400) is under active attack. Immediate mitigation…" 🔗 https://t.co/swKN8WxD7z #CyberSecurity #ThreatIntel #cve #zeroday

    @SecurityAr58409

    6 May 2026

    57 Impressions

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  16. 🚨Zero-Day Alert: CVE-2024-3400! Palo Alto GlobalProtect Pre-auth RCE. Actively exploited! Attackers gain root via OS Command Injection. Patch now! #PaloAlto #CVE https://t.co/Mt6VYWFqht

    @computerauditor

    3 May 2026

    69 Impressions

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  17. CVE-2024-3400. CVE-2024-3400: Palo Alto GlobalProtect Perfect-10 Command Injection

    @lyrie_ai

    29 Apr 2026

    25 Impressions

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  18. I cannot post the full snort rules but u might want to add them, . [CVE-2024-1709] ConnectWise ScreenConnect Authentication Bypass  . [CVE-2024-21887] Ivanti Connect Secure Command Injection  . [CVE-2024-3400] Palo Alto PAN-OS GlobalProtect Command Injection

    @SteveAJ777

    25 Apr 2026

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  19. CVE-2024-3400 dropped in April. PAN-OS command injection, CVSS 10. Six weeks later I was still seeing unpatched perimeter firewalls in prod. The device meant to stop intrusions was the intrusion point. #cybersecurity #infosec https://t.co/49ZipgQZTF

    @paul_fregonese

    21 Apr 2026

    28 Impressions

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  20. black shrantac ransomware active since sept 2025 uses living-off-the-land tactics and cve-2024-3400 for stealth entry. operates tor leak site for double extortion across sectors. https://t.co/EdH1epMwtr #threatresearch #threatintel #cybersec #cybernews

    @foufqr

    15 Apr 2026

    59 Impressions

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  21. Black Shrantac ransomware group weaponizes legitimate admin tools and CVE-2024-3400 for stealth attacks across industrial sectors. Active since September 2025, combining LOTL tactics with double extortion to evade detection. Technical breakdown: • Initial access via https://t.

    @DFIR_Radar

    15 Apr 2026

    163 Impressions

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  22. New ransomware threat: Black Shrantac uses double extortion & LOTL tactics. They exploit flaws like CVE-2024-3400 (PAN-OS) for access then use legit tools to hide. Industrial sector at high risk. 🏭 #Ransomware #CyberSecurity #BlackShrantac 🔗 https://t.co/FhMjm7ckOb

    @NetSecIO

    15 Apr 2026

    48 Impressions

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  23. CVE-2024-3400 A command injection as a result of arbitrary file creation vulnerability in the GlobalProtect feature of Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS software for specific PAN-OS versions ... https://t.co/MhTgZVa9bv https://t.co/fHZ99Y9qFi

    @CVEradars

    2 Apr 2026

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  24. أُعلن عن ثغرة يوم صفر CVE-2024-3400 في PAN-OS لدى Palo Alto Networks. استغلت لتنفيذ أوامر عن بُعد؛ توصي الشركة بتحديث عاجل وعزل الواجهات المكشوفة. المصدر: https://t.co/ZJ28o8ua0F #الأم

    @fyntralink

    31 Mar 2026

    57 Impressions

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  25. Palo Alto Networks: GlobalProtect CVE-2024-3400 Under Active Exploit - https://t.co/QrYEMVycFj

    @Cyberwarzonecom

    23 Mar 2026

    65 Impressions

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  26. 🎯 DIB Threat Briefing — March 20, 2026 1560 CVEs tracked • 25 threat actors • 14 sectors **Top DIB Targets:** • APT28 (Russia) — Defense Industrial Base + Aerospace (CVE-2024-23897, CVE-2024-1709) • APT29 (Russia) — Energy + Govt overlap (CVE-2024-3400, CVE-202

    @DeusLogica

    20 Mar 2026

    41 Impressions

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  27. Just published a free threat intel MCP server for Claude Desktop. Ask Claude "is this IP malicious?" and it checks live data. Ask "should I patch CVE-2024-3400?" and it pulls EPSS, KEV status, and exploit availability in real time. 8 tools. No API key. Free.

    @kbcrumbs

    12 Mar 2026

    118 Impressions

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  28. 🚨 Zero-Day in the Wild: Inside the PAN-#OS GlobalProtect Critical Command Injection (#CVE-2024-3400) https://t.co/eCFQe6sTqn Educational Purposes!

    @UndercodeUpdate

    5 Mar 2026

    28 Impressions

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  29. Zero-Day Alert: Palo Alto CVE-2024-3400 (CVSS 10.0). Critical pre-auth RCE in GlobalProtect. Actively exploited. Attackers inject commands via HTTP requests to gain root. Patch immediately. Scan for exposed PAN-OS. https://t.co/eXmzbav3yy

    @computerauditor

    24 Feb 2026

    96 Impressions

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  30. Heads up! Palo Alto CVE-2024-3400 is a perfect 10.0 RCE. Unauth attackers own PAN-OS GlobalProtect by injecting commands. If you're finding these unpatched, it's a critical bounty. Patch or hunt. https://t.co/iHN151wsSW

    @computerauditor

    17 Feb 2026

    63 Impressions

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  31. تم رصد ثغرة يوم صفر في PAN-OS لدى Palo Alto Networks (CVE-2024-3400). تُمكّن من تنفيذ أوامر عن بُعد؛ وأدرجتها CISA في قائمة KEV مع مهلة إلزامية للتصحيح. #الأمن_السيبراني #ثغرات_يو

    @fyntralink

    16 Feb 2026

    42 Impressions

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  32. Cytellite recent detection targeting CVE-2024-3400 — FOP Dmytro Nedilskyi Visit -- https://t.co/K4osjZ8kht #Loginsoft #Cytellite #Cybersecurity #CVE20243400 #LOVI #ThreatIntelligence #Infosecurity #AI https://t.co/U4yjXGLAaP

    @Loginsoft_Intel

    2 Jan 2026

    33 Impressions

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  33. 🚨 The PAN-#OS Pandemic: How #CVE-2024-3400 Turns Your Firewall Into a Cybercriminal's Playground https://t.co/InDMBKGFFR Educational Purposes!

    @UndercodeUpdate

    30 Nov 2025

    36 Impressions

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  34. 🚨 Plugin update: PaloAltoPlugin (CVE-2024-3400, CVE-2025-0133). PaloAlto PAN-OS XSS vulnerability detection added - GlobalProtect portal affected. Results: https://t.co/Iez2FOPZeB https://t.co/pO5FoKMDqJ

    @leak_ix

    19 Nov 2025

    331 Impressions

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  35. Últimas noticias sobre #Hacking: En las últimas 24 horas, se destacaron tensiones regulatorias en comercio digital por bloqueos a LaLiga, ataques de ciberespionaje chinos a ONGs en EE.UU., explotación de la vulnerabilidad CVE-2024-3400 para minería... 👉 https://t.co/CAPEW

    @JaimeARestrepo_

    9 Nov 2025

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  36. 🔥 PAN-OS GlobalProtect sigue vulnerable CVE-2024-3400 (CVSS 10.0) permite control total sin autenticación. Hay parches y firmas, pero miles de firewalls siguen expuestos. ¿Ya actualizaste? #Ciberseguridad #PaloAlto #PANOS #GlobalProtect #infosec https://t.co/YetYxMw7ck

    @trustlock_sec

    8 Oct 2025

    8 Impressions

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  37. Surge in attacks targeting Palo Alto Networks' PAN-OS devices, exploiting vulnerabilities like CVE-2024-3400. Company urges immediate patching. Source: TechRadar #Cybersecurity

    @WhatsNext_Tech

    7 Oct 2025

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  38. Ransomware surges, Russian hybrid warfare drones, major leaks, and AI-powered scams dominate cyber headlines this hour 🚨 🛡️ Massive exploitation of critical PAN-OS GlobalProtect flaw (CVE-2024-3400, CVSS 10.0) allowing root remote code execution on Palo Alto firewalls is

    @np_cyber_news

    3 Oct 2025

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  39. ⚠️ Weekly vuln radar from https://t.co/8RzyA4nEyg: CVE-2024-3400 (@stevenadair) CVE-2025-24132 CVE-2025-43300 CVE-2025-5777 CVE-2025-55177 CVE-2023-34044 (@pr0Ln) CVE-2023-20870 CVE-2025-10035 CVE-2025-20333 https://t.co/Z18UZ0WhOF

    @ptdbugs

    3 Oct 2025

    2 Impressions

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  40. 🛡️ Increase in Scans for Palo Alto Global Protect Vulnerability (CVE-2024-3400), (Mon, Sep 29th) (SANS Internet Storm Center) ❓ What is the primary threat associated with CVE-2024-3400 in Palo Alto Networks' Global Protect? Learn more at dilag3nt[.]com

    @Dilag3nt

    2 Oct 2025

    1 Impression

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  41. 🛡️ Increase in Scans for Palo Alto Global Protect Vulnerability (CVE-2024-3400), (Mon, Sep 29th) (SANS Internet Storm Center) ❓ How can you best mitigate risks from the CVE-2024-3400 vulnerability in Palo Alto's Global Protect software? Learn more at dilag3nt[.]com

    @Dilag3nt

    2 Oct 2025

    1 Impression

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  42. 🚨 Hackers Actively Scanning to Exploit Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS Global Protect Vulnerability Read more: https://t.co/VtsR7zsUQK… A significant increase in internet-wide scans targeting the critical PAN-OS GlobalProtect vulnerability (CVE-2024-3400). Exploit attempts hav

    @sirjameshackz

    2 Oct 2025

    69 Impressions

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  43. https://t.co/vWwhHpc0gB Increase in Scans for Palo Alto Global Protect Vulnerability (CVE-2024-3400)

    @samilaiho

    1 Oct 2025

    422 Impressions

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  44. 🚨 Hackers Actively Scanning to Exploit Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS Global Protect Vulnerability Read more: https://t.co/ZYXvYxP5G1 A significant increase in internet-wide scans targeting the critical PAN-OS GlobalProtect vulnerability (CVE-2024-3400). Exploit attempts have h

    @The_Cyber_News

    1 Oct 2025

    14552 Impressions

    89 Retweets

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  45. CRITICAL ALERT! A Zero-Day RCE Exploit Wave is actively hitting Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect (CVE-2024-3400). Attackers are moving fast. If you run GlobalProtect, your network perimeter is compromised. Read the full report on - https://t.co/8y07evICHd https://t.co/IxaNRwIaBv

    @cyberbivash

    1 Oct 2025

    2 Impressions

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  46. Explotación activa de vulnerabilidad crítica en PAN-OS GlobalProtect (CVE-2024-3400) Mas información: https://t.co/8t28bWgELL https://t.co/OJBwsTq0a3

    @CSIRT_Telconet

    30 Sept 2025

    115 Impressions

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  47. IMMEDIATE SHUTDOWN! The critical Palo Alto PAN-OS Flaw (CVE-2024-3400) is under ACTIVE EXPLOITATION. We break down the threat and provide the mandatory Mitigation Steps required to stop the breach. Read the full report on - https://t.co/7sZC2vEs9d https://t.co/kexMmoWI5S

    @cyberbivash

    29 Sept 2025

    3 Impressions

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  48. Increase in Scans for Palo Alto Global Protect Vulnerability (CVE-2024-3400), (Mon, Sep 29th) https://t.co/ajII9C0fWF #SANS #Cybersecurity https://t.co/fFWUqp1Nm3

    @PoseidonTPA

    29 Sept 2025

    19 Impressions

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  49. Increase in Scans for Palo Alto Global Protect Vulnerability (CVE-2024-3400) https://t.co/FOnjZu31LP https://t.co/rPoHn2AbdM

    @sans_isc

    29 Sept 2025

    1400 Impressions

    0 Retweets

    3 Likes

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  50. Actively exploited CVE : CVE-2024-3400

    @transilienceai

    29 Sept 2025

    11 Impressions

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